Peer SpecialistsOn the Front Line
by Gregory McBride-Bey on 05/02/20
First Responder:
Peer Specialists On The Front Line
Peer Specialists need to advocate for themselves. Especially during his pandemic era. We are also on the Front Line and we should be treated and respected as equals to others on the Front Line We are the ones who out in the field to search and locate the mentally ill and disabled who may be living under the bridge, in abandoned buildings, living in the woods and other hidden places. We deliver their medicines, get them to doctor appointments, provide food and options for shelter, all at a risk for our own personal safety. It is certainly not too much to demand that our employers provide, not only, hazard pay, but appropriate PPEs, Face Masks and Gloves in conjunction to our sacrifice to do our jobs. If you believe you are making a difference, raise your hand and speak up!
Peer Specialists need to advocate for themselves. Especially during his pandemic era. We are also on the Front Line and we should be treated and respected as equals to others on the Front Line We are the ones who out in the field to search and locate the mentally ill and disabled who may be living under the bridge, in abandoned buildings, living in the woods and other hidden places. We deliver their medicines, get them to doctor appointments, provide food and options for shelter, all at a risk for our own personal safety. It is certainly not too much to demand that our employers provide, not only, hazard pay, but appropriate PPEs, Face Masks and Gloves in conjunction to our sacrifice to do our jobs. If you believe you are making a difference, raise your hand and speak up!